Headaches & Migraines

Massage therapy offers effective, natural relief for tension headaches and can help reduce the frequency and severity of migraines.

Understanding Headache Pain

Headaches are one of the most common health complaints, affecting millions of people. While there are many types of headaches, many are caused or worsened by muscle tension in the head, neck, and shoulders.

Tension-type headaches—the most common form—are directly related to muscular tightness. The pain often starts at the base of the skull and wraps around the head, sometimes affecting the temples or forehead.

Even migraines, which have complex neurological causes, can be triggered or intensified by muscle tension. Many migraine sufferers find that regular massage therapy helps reduce the frequency and severity of their episodes.

How Massage Helps

Massage therapy addresses headaches through multiple mechanisms:

Muscle tension release — Relaxes tight muscles in the neck, shoulders, and head
Trigger point therapy — Releases knots that refer pain to the head
Improved circulation — Enhances blood flow and reduces ischemic pain
Stress reduction — Lowers stress hormones that trigger headaches
Postural correction — Addresses alignment issues that contribute to tension
Better sleep — Promotes rest, which helps prevent headaches

Research has shown that regular massage therapy can significantly reduce headache frequency, duration, and intensity for many sufferers.

Our Treatment Approach

Headache treatment focuses on the areas most commonly involved in headache pain:

Suboccipital muscles at the base of the skull
Cervical (neck) muscles
Upper trapezius and shoulder muscles
Scalp and facial muscles
TMJ (jaw) muscles when relevant

We use a combination of techniques including Swedish massage, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, and gentle stretching. Treatment pressure is tailored to your comfort—we won't trigger a headache while trying to treat one.

For best results with chronic headaches, we recommend regular treatment sessions. Many clients find significant relief with weekly or bi-weekly appointments, transitioning to maintenance sessions once symptoms improve.

Self-Care Recommendations

In addition to massage therapy, we can teach you self-care techniques to manage headaches:

Self-massage techniques for quick relief
Stretches for the neck and shoulders
Postural awareness for desk work
Breathing exercises for stress management
Heat and cold application guidance

Many clients find that combining professional treatment with daily self-care dramatically improves their quality of life.

Headache Treatment Pricing

30 minutes (focused)$70.00

45 minutes$90.00

60 minutes$109.00

90 minutes$150.00

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Don't let headaches control your life. Book your appointment and start your path to relief.

Schedule Treatment Call (613) 778-8621